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NQ Defence supply industries get a boost

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Townsville’s defence and aerospace industry is growing with a little help from its friends.

Bridgeman Agencies will build an advanced metal manufacturing and fabrication facility with plans to service local construction and defence contracts.  

The project cost is estimated to be $1.7 million.

The project will create 14 jobs and position the Indigenous-owned company to grow its supply chain into the new industries.

“This is another example of an important new project being brought to life with IPP support, creating good, secure jobs and more secure supply chains,” said Deputy Premier Steven Miles.

“Since the launch of. . .

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Planning for Big Rocks clicks into gear

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Charters Towers Regional Council is to start work on Big Rocks Weir with $3 million in State funds for pre-construction activities.

Natural Resources Minister Dr Anthony Lynham and Council sealed the deal in discussions in Townsville this week.

Water security was critical to jobs, growth and North Queensland’s economic recovery, Dr Lynham said.

“Queensland has a plan for economic recovery and traditional strengths like agriculture underpin that plan,” he said. 

“The Palaszczuk Government has committed to build Big Rocks Weir to support local agriculture, create jobs and improve water security for Charters Towers.

“The Government will provide. . .

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Green light for Idalia entertainment hub

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Townsville City Council has given the green light for an entertainment precinct at the Fairfield Homemaker Centre, expected to create up to 200 jobs in construction.

It has approved a Material Change of Use application that paves the way for the development in Idalia.

The MCU is for a mixed-use entertainment development that will comprise of a rock-climbing facility, bowling alley and a cinema.

Developer Geon Property says Urban Climb will be the first major recreation tenant in the hub, providing Queensland’s first Olympic standard 15m high speed climbing course to Townsville.

Consideration of the MCU application. . .

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